What the community says
Pros
- Minimalist, fragrance-free formula favored for sensitive skin
- Thicker texture provides noticeable hydration without stickiness
- Layers well over damp skin and pairs nicely with other hydrating products
Cons
- Can cause allergic reactions or breakouts for some users
- Heavier texture may feel unusual for those used to watery toners
- Not formulated to target active acne or provide exfoliation
Product details
Key Ingredients
Use caution
Skin type data limited
Commonly Used With
Where to buy
Available on Amazon
From the threads
Source threads
r/30PlusSkinCareIn routine
10.2k pts · 344 comments
“PM: —Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Water Essence OR Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner”
“—Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Water Essence OR Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner”
“A friend turned me on to Korean skincare about 6 months ago so this has been my routine since then:”
r/tretinoinDidn't work
1.4k pts · 172 comments
“Apply a hydrating toner, I use Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner.”
“I only started doing this step in the past couple weeks, and this is the first product I’m trying.”
“I don’t think I’m going to stick this particular product, as it seems to break me out, which is a shame because I like it otherwise.”
r/tretinoinIn routine
1.1k pts · 179 comments
“in the mornings I use Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner and sunscreen.”
“In the mornings I use Evdermia's Ato Cream after toner and before sunscreen if I need extra replenishment.”
r/AsianBeautyPositive impact
864 pts · 210 comments
“I live for the pyunkang yul essence toner.”
“I have dry skin and idk I could swim in this essence.”
“Just bought some new bottles to keep it stocked lol”
r/AsianBeautyIn routine
152 pts · 207 comments
“My alternative for centella is the star ingredient in Pyunkang yul essence toner”
“It's really2 soothing!”
“My alternative for centella is the star ingredient in Pyunkang yul essence toner”
“I use this the same way people would use the centella Ampoules.”
“It's really2 soothing!”